Description

4-Methyl-Isophthalonitrile is a high-purity, versatile aromatic nitrile derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional nitrile groups and substituted aromatic ring, which enable the construction of complex heterocyclic and polymeric structures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and high-performance materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic core for bioactivity.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in medicinal chemistry for constructing pharmacophores and heterocyclic compounds, such as phthalocyanines and other nitrogen-containing scaffolds.
• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-temperature resins, specialty polyamides, and polyimides.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing advanced organic pigments and colorants, particularly phthalocyanine derivatives.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent Precursor: Utilized in coordination chemistry to develop novel ligands for catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-Isophthalonitrile
CAS No.	1943-88-0
Molecular Formula	C9H6N2
Molecular Weight	142.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylisophthalonitrile; 1,3-Dicyano-4-methylbenzene; 4-Methylbenzene-1,3-dicarbonitrile; Isophthalonitrile, 4-methyl-; 4-Methyl-1,3-benzenedicarbonitrile; 4-Methyl-m-phthalodinitrile
EINECS	217-742-7

Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-Isophthalonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.